Warriors Receive Concerning Stephen Curry Injury Update

The Golden State Warriors received another setback in an already difficult stretch of the season as franchise superstar Stephen Curry will remain sidelined for at least another 10 days following his latest medical evaluation, according to multiple reports on Wednesday.

ESPN insiders Shams Charania and Anthony Slater both reported that Curry is expected to miss additional time as he continues recovering from a right knee injury. The update comes after the Warriors previously announced on March 2 that Curry had made progress in his recovery and would be re-evaluated in 10 days.

That evaluation took place earlier Wednesday, confirming that Golden State’s superstar guard will not return immediately as the team navigates a critical stretch in the Western Conference playoff race.

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Stephen Curry Injury Update Extends Warriors Absence

Curry has been sidelined with right patellofemoral pain syndrome and a bone bruise in his right knee, commonly referred to as “runner’s knee.”

While the timeline has been extended, there are positive signs in his recovery process.

“There has been notable progress,” Slater reported, noting that Curry has returned to the court and is expected to intensify his workouts in the coming days. Even so, the extended timeline means Curry’s absence will reach at least 20 games before he is cleared to return.

The two-time MVP addressed his recovery earlier this month during an interview with ESPN’s Malika Andrews.

“It’s going to be a little longer,” Curry said. “Right now with this one, it’s just about can each day. Can you stack good days, and I’ve done that, so hopefully they can unleash me on the court soon and get back out there sooner than later.”

Golden State has been cautious with Curry’s recovery, prioritizing long-term health over rushing him back to the lineup.

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Warriors Struggling Without Stephen Curry

Curry’s absence has coincided with a difficult stretch for the Warriors.

Since the star guard went down, Golden State has posted a 5–10 record, struggling to maintain offensive consistency without the gravity and playmaking Curry provides.

The Warriors have also lost their last three games and have slipped below .500 at 32–33, dropping to ninth place in the Western Conference standings.

Without Curry orchestrating the offense, Golden State has struggled with spacing and late-game execution — two areas where the four-time NBA champion has historically made the biggest difference.

The extended absence now places even more pressure on the Warriors to remain competitive in a tightly packed Western Conference playoff race.

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Warriors Face Challenging Schedule During Curry’s Absence

Golden State’s upcoming schedule presents another difficult test while Curry continues his recovery.

The Warriors’ next five games include hosting the Minnesota Timberwolves on March 13, followed by a four-game road trip beginning at Madison Square Garden against the New York Knicks on March 15.

They will then face the Washington Wizards on March 16, the Boston Celtics on March 18, and the Detroit Pistons on March 20.

Curry’s continued absence also means he will miss Golden State’s annual trip to Madison Square Garden — a venue that has featured some of the most memorable performances of his career.

In 2013, Curry erupted for 54 points against the Knicks, a performance widely viewed as his national breakout moment. Eight years later, he returned to the same arena to surpass Ray Allen and become the NBA’s all-time leader in three-point shots made.

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Debate Growing Around Warriors’ Season

Curry’s extended absence has sparked discussion about the Warriors’ long-term outlook for the season.

During an episode of The Bill Simmons Podcast, sports media personality Bill Simmons openly questioned whether Golden State should consider shutting Curry down if the team’s playoff chances continue to fade.

Simmons asked co-host Joe House whether the Warriors should “punt” on the season and simply keep Curry sidelined to ensure he fully recovers.

For now, Golden State appears focused on monitoring Curry’s progress day by day.

The Warriors remain hopeful their superstar guard can return before the final stretch of the season, but Wednesday’s update confirms the wait will continue as Curry works toward a full recovery.

Alder Almo is a sports journalist covering the NBA for Heavy.com. He has more than 20 years of experience in local and international media, including broadcast, print and digital. He previously covered the Knicks for Empire Sports Media and the NBA for Off the Glass. Alder is from the Philippines and is now based in Jersey City, New Jersey. More about Alder Almo